BMW 4 Series Coupe (F32) and Convertible (F33) Expose Kidney Grilles!

Frankrizzz · 07-13-2012, 02:47 PM

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Originally Posted by WW335

Because Audi has a A5/S5 which they sell for a premium over the A4/S4 even though its the same car(pretty much), so this is BMW's chance to do the same. Call it a 4 series and increase the mark-up of the coupe over the sedan!

Do your research before making such a claim. BMW has always charged more for their coupes then sedan form. Ever think to realize bmw is the trendsetter with the different model names for coupes and sedans... ever heard of the 5 series and 6 series, M5 or M6? In your eyes BMW copying audi LOL!

lawgone · 07-13-2012, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Frankrizzz

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Originally Posted by WW335

Because Audi has a A5/S5 which they sell for a premium over the A4/S4 even though its the same car(pretty much), so this is BMW's chance to do the same. Call it a 4 series and increase the mark-up of the coupe over the sedan!

Do your research before making such a claim. BMW has always charged more for their coupes then sedan form. Ever think to realize bmw is the trendsetter with the different model names for coupes and sedans... ever heard of the 5 series and 6 series, M5 or M6? In your eyes BMW copying audi LOL!

You are correct. I only hope they don't decide to increase the existing premium paid for the coupe because they changed its name.

jose325i · 07-13-2012, 03:35 PM

yuck...these pics remind me of a limo. I really hope they call it a 4-series, and bring the next generation 3 series back to its roots to differentiate. I really hate the direction these cars are heading. The saddest part is that they are diluting the driving experience too.

flyga3 · 07-13-2012, 03:44 PM

What I would give to be able to do that type of testing at the ring...

Yogijet · 07-13-2012, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Red Bread

Say hi to Alfred for us, Mr Wayne. That cave you've been living in is pretty cool.

BMW has been threating this rename since before the E9x cars.

lololol, i was thinking the same thing but really, you should get off the Devil's payroll, lolol. That was plain evil, man.

Doctor///M · 07-13-2012, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by WW335

The 07-10 e92 bumper was perfect!.. now its just...awful. The e92 LCI was a step in the wrong direction and the F30 is as well (M-sport not included). This will be no different. Its almost trying to be Audi-like.

+1. Couldn't agree any more.

Pentium · 07-14-2012, 07:46 AM

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Originally Posted by JDy80

I know its only camouflage, but seeing that face instantly made me think of this.

See the resemblance..

lol

WWM3 · 07-14-2012, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Frankrizzz

Do your research before making such a claim. BMW has always charged more for their coupes then sedan form. Ever think to realize bmw is the trendsetter with the different model names for coupes and sedans... ever heard of the 5 series and 6 series, M5 or M6? In your eyes BMW copying audi LOL!

You need to work on your reading comprehension. I said INCREASE the mark-up. I don't need to do any research or take any advice from you. Ill spell it out for you.The point I was making was that changing the 3 coupe to a 4 provides BMW the opportunity to increase the mark-up over the sedan.

ORIGIN M. · 07-14-2012, 03:58 PM

That is what he was saying if you go back and read it again. And yes you are correct.

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Originally Posted by bimmerjph

Isn't there rumored to be a 4 Gran Coupe though?

tony20009 · 07-15-2012, 10:52 AM

I am sure there's a reason for giving the two door cars even model numbers and the other cars odd model numbers. But doesn't a rose by any other name smell no less sweet?

zzzmmm · 07-15-2012, 11:04 AM

:b arf:

:bar f:

jon328i · 07-15-2012, 03:27 PM

looks good! naming it either 3 or 4 series

tony20009 · 07-15-2012, 05:15 PM

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Originally Posted by eatrach73

doesn't look too bad.

How can you tell?

positiveions · 07-15-2012, 08:15 PM

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Originally Posted by tony20009

How can you tell?

look at the overall shape.

sal501 · 07-17-2012, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by eatrach73

look at the overall shape.

When do we expect to see sightings of 4 series grancoupe? Scott or any insider when is the anticipated release of this upcoming model?

positiveions · 07-18-2012, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by sal501

When do we expect to see sightings of 4 series grancoupe? Scott or any insider when is the anticipated release of this upcoming model?

probably late 2013 as a 2014 model

SCOTT26 · 07-19-2012, 03:53 PM

The latest Autobild not only shows the kidney grille but unmasks the car.

NYR · 07-19-2012, 05:33 PM

Interesting. The kink in the side fender leading into the door was mocked up almost a year or so ago, it was a blue convertible mock up with a girl driving it, same profile as the convertible, think it was a autobild mock up from a while back, but really surprised how close that mock up got. Mind you that line it right off the new 6 series, but still.

A mini 6 series.

Edit: found it. It was May 2011.

http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=538082

Frosty · 07-20-2012, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by nwillia

BMW better hurry-up and show some true photos of this thing before I go and purchase the new c-class coupe!

[u2b]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=Xfb0GOtoZ00
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NYR · 07-21-2012, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Frosty

[u2b]https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=Xfb0GOtoZ00
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Did you just link to a video of a $100,000 Mercedes Benz c63 black series coupe with a limited run of production (less than 200 units) as a viable replacement rather than waiting for the new 4 series coupe?

Why not post a pic of the space shuttle, just as reasonable as an option.

bmbarclay · 07-22-2012, 04:59 PM

looks like two different kidneys

rxander · 07-23-2012, 12:17 AM

If thats the real pic, ughh. Thats what the new f30 front end should've looked like. More agressive front end. I should've waited. The horizontal shaped fog lights look way better as well.

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jose325i Enlisted Member 2 Rep 36 Posts Drives: 2008 135i Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Houston iTrader: (0)	yuck...these pics remind me of a limo. I really hope they call it a 4-series, and bring the next generation 3 series back to its roots to differentiate. I really hate the direction these cars are heading. The saddest part is that they are diluting the driving experience too. __________________ OEM ZCP wheels (4 fronts). BMW Performance Grills. Blackline Taillights. JB4. DCI. Downpipes. GP Thunder 5000K. LED turn signal and brake bulbs.
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jon328i Wheelmaster 9 Rep 438 Posts Drives: E90 6MT Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Los Angeles iTrader: (7)	looks good! naming it either 3 or 4 series
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SCOTT26 Major General 2954 Rep 5,140 Posts Drives: Frozen Dark Red First Edition Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: WORLDWIDE iTrader: (0)	The latest Autobild not only shows the kidney grille but unmasks the car. Attached Images __________________ Step 1.
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NYR Private First Class 5 Rep 126 Posts Drives: 2007 328i Coupe (Montego Blue) Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Calgary, Canada iTrader: (1)	Interesting. The kink in the side fender leading into the door was mocked up almost a year or so ago, it was a blue convertible mock up with a girl driving it, same profile as the convertible, think it was a autobild mock up from a while back, but really surprised how close that mock up got. Mind you that line it right off the new 6 series, but still. A mini 6 series. Edit: found it. It was May 2011. http://www.f30post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=538082 Last edited by NYR; 07-19-2012 at 05:49 PM.
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bmbarclay Current 335i Addict -41 Rep 793 Posts Drives: AW E92 M-Sport Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Houston, Texas iTrader: (2)	looks like two different kidneys __________________ E92 \| AW/BLK \| ///M-Sport
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rxander Lieutenant 14 Rep 478 Posts Drives: F30 Alpine White Join Date: May 2012 Location: San Diego iTrader: (0)	If thats the real pic, ughh. Thats what the new f30 front end should've looked like. More agressive front end. I should've waited. The horizontal shaped fog lights look way better as well.
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